CultiKit Installation
CultiKit fits in and under cabinets, shelves, drawers and racks – and can be mounted horizontally or vertically on almost any surface. You can also build your own setup.
This guide covers everything you need to know – step by step. Scroll the whole guide or jump directly to the part you need:
Lights
LED panels can be mounted horizontally or vertically, depending on your setup and plant types. We recommend planning the full layout before installation — it makes cable routing easier and ensures proper light coverage.
Mounting options:
- Horizontally – above the plants
- Vertically – alongside taller plants
- Behind trim or shelves – clean look
Use the included screws to mount panels close to the surface. Screws should be spaced 10 cm apart to match the keyholes on the back.
Never apply adhesive directly to the back of the panel – the surface gets warm!
If you can’t or don’t want to use screws, use our mounting blocks. Screws go into the panel, adhesive attaches to your surface.
There are many ways to place and use your lights:
Smaller plants (under 80 cm):
• Mount LED panels above the plants
• 2-3 panels with max 30 cm distance
Tall plants (over 80 cm):
• 1-2 panels above each plant
• 1–2 panels on the side or behind plant
Distance to plants:
• 5–30 cm from the plant surface
• The closer, the more effective
• Never closer than 5 cm!
Brightness levels:
• 25-50% for germination and growth
• 50–100% for flower and fruit
We offer both extension cables and splitter cables for LED panels – so you can connect extra components and adapt your setup to any layout.
Fans
Fans help simulate natural wind, improving airflow, stem strength, pollination, and overall plant health. CultiKit comes pre-configured with gentle breeze loops — but you can manually adjust timing, frequency, and strength using CultiApp.
Fans for wind simulation can be:
- Above the plants (next to LED panels)
- Next to the plants (walls or cabinets)
Mount Artic PWM fans with the black logo against the plants when simulating wind.
White logo = intake | Black logo = blow.
Mounting – wind simulation
Always leave at least 5 mm space between the fan and the surface for airflow. If you mount directly onto a surface, use a soft layer (foam/rubber) to reduce vibration.
Rubber bands – ultra quiet solution
Hang the fan from screws or screw eyelets using rubber bands. This reduces vibration and improves airflow.
💨 Using fans for air extraction
Fans can also be used for air extraction from closed setups like cabinets or grow tents. In these cases, vibration damping is even more important:
Use rubber spacers or similar
Ensure airflow clearance behind the fan and mount it with the black side facing outward. Use damping spacers to mount the fan.
To run fan/pumps continuously,
use this setting in CultiApp:
Start/Stop: 900/1 sec.
On: 00:00 – Off: 23:59
Attach the included dust filter to prevent damage to plants.
The Arctic fans used with CultiKit come with a built-in splitter cable, making it easy to connect fans in series. Get the 120 cm extension cable to reach across larger setups.
Controller
The controller can be mounted horizontally or vertically, depending on your setup. We recommend planning the placement of LED panels and fans, so you can choose the optimal controller position for cable length and layout.
The controller can be mounted using:
- Keyholes on the back (use the included screws)
- Strong adhesive tape
- Mounting glue or Velcro
Plan the placement of all parts and insert the cables for LED panels, fans and accessories before mounting for at smooth setup!
Connection
1
Connect the supplied 3-pin cables to LED panels and LED ports.
2
Connect 12V PWM fans to port 1 with the PWM converter.
3
Connect 2-pin DC devices to port 2 with the DC-converter.
4
Plug in the controller with the power supply, and let magic begin!
Use cable covers or sleeves to keep your setup tidy and cables out of sight. If the cables are hidden, you can secure them with ties or tape.
DC Accessories
You can connect any 12V DC accessory with a 2-pin JST plug to your CultiKit using the DC converter cable.
This includes:
- Automatic watering pumps
- Pumps for hydroponic systems
- Small fans, sprayers, humidifiers etc.
Most budget-friendly 12V DC devices come with 2-pin JST plugs — just plug them in and go.
You can also connect Arduino-compatible accessories using jumper wires, if the device doesn’t have a JST plug.
Got questions? Feel free to reach out — we’re happy to help!
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